"In an impoverished world of half-hearted vocals, there are rare moments when the music is allowed to speak for itself.  
It speaks wisdom, compassion and - above all - joy, in this new album from Jim Couchenour.  
It's a record to hum with, dance to, contemplate and – at times - cry with.  
With skill and command of the instruments, Jim knows how to make music the message."

-TONY CURRIE
Programme Director
Radio Six International 10/4/04
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When you read the liner notes of Jim Couchenour's new release, "Living Colour," and you discover than one man not only wrote, arranged, and played keyboard on all of the tracks, but also recorded, mixed, engineered, and co-produced the project (with some vocal and guitar work thrown in for good measure), you are floored by his ability to do all of these tasks so dazzlingly well. Listening to "Living Colour" reminds me of why I love Indie Projects. With the rise of the Indie market, Jim Couchenour's brilliance can be shared with the entire world and the world is a better place for it.

Co-produced by fellow SounDoctrine band member, Jere B, "Living Colour" is a swirling fusion of jazz and funk reminiscent of Chic Corea and Jeff Lorber's finest work. But make no mistake, Jim Couchenour's work is fresh and original, with layers of depth, meaning, spirit, and soul. Jim's passionate keyboard stylings and Jere B's consistently tight drum work set a backdrop for inspired sax solos from guest saxophonists, James Herrod, Jr., and Mike Austin. Phil The Beat on bass guitar, Scott Erskine on electric guitar, Kim Hines on percussion, and Susan Flynn on background vocals blend seamlessly into Jim's artistic vision, enhancing the flavor of this musical feast for the ears.  

On Track 2, "Meadow Games," Jim intros the track by saying, "I always wanted to have me a record album." Well, Jim, I always wanted to have me a record album like "Living Colour." It's a pleasure to make it a prominent part of my collection.

Reviewed by Mary Crosby, Editor of Detroit Gospel.com (www.detroitgospel.com)
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